Some Hospitals Kept Suing Patients Over Medical Debt Through the Pandemic
A new study says some of the nation's largest hospital systems kept filing lawsuits, liens and garnishments — and most were nonprofit
Violent Colorado Arrest Puts Spotlight on How Police Treat Disabled People
Police often lack the skills to interact with people with mental and physical disabilities
Kidney Experts Say It’s Time to Remove Race From Medical Algorithms. Doing so Is Complicated.
Black patients make up more than 35% of people on dialysis but just 13% of the U.S. population
Weight Stigma Is a Burden Around the World – and Has Negative Consequences Everywhere
Weight stigma occurs in many developed countries, not just the U.S. and often has devastating consequences
Time to Say Goodbye to Some Insurers’ Waivers for Covid Treatment Fees
A growing number of insurers are quietly ending those fee waivers for Covid-19 treatment on some or all policies
Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis Brings More Attention to Solving Long-Ignored Racial Gaps in Health
Where someone lives is the greatest predictor of health and life expectancy. A person's ZIP code is also a good predictor of their race and ethnicity.
What You Need to Know About Obesity
If you or a loved one has obesity, here are some facts to help you understand this common disease
Environmental and Societal Factors, Not Just Diet and Exercise, Contribute to Obesity
Healthcare providers need to look at more than what's on the plate to understand obesity
The Hidden Causes of Obesity
Experiencing mental health challenges and chronic stress can lead to significant weight gain. Stopping the cycle of obesity might start with a therapist.
Eliminating the Obesity Bias in Health Care
Caring properly for people with obesity starts with not judging them
How to Get Prior Authorization for Your Patients
92% of doctors report that prior authorizations cause delays in patient care
What You Need to Know About Prior Authorization
Without prior authorization, health insurers can deny coverage and not pay for services or treatments, but consumers can appeal
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